Fun and Easy Things to Make Out of Clay

From simple trinkets to decorative home accents, there are so many fun things to make out of clay.

Clay crafting is the perfect way to turn your creativity into something beautiful and tangible. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced crafter, working with clay is both relaxing and rewarding.

Think handmade jewelry, adorable ornaments, or chic planters—there’s no limit to what you can create!

Need more inspiration? Be sure to check out all of our craft ideas for endless projects that will keep your hands busy and your imagination flowing.

Can I use any type of clay for these projects?

You can choose from the main types of clay – polymer clay, air-dry clay, or oven-bake clay  –  based on your preferences and project requirements. 

• Polymer Clay is a type of modeling clay that can be molded and sculpted to create three-dimensional objects, and can be baked in an oven to harden. Polymer clays come in a variety of vibrant colors, and your creative polymer clay ideas can be painted in vibrant colours after they are baked. 
  
• Air Dry clay is a type of modeling clay that does not require baking. It’s made from natural materials such as flour, water and salt; making it a great idea for little hands because it’s non-toxic and doesn’t produce any fumes when it’s being worked with. Dry your air dry clay projects by leaving it out in the open air, or it can be dried using a food dehydrator or a low-temperature oven.

• Oven-baked clay is a type of modeling clay that hardens and sets when exposed to heat in a conventional home oven. It’s a popular choice for crafting and sculpting as it allows artists to create durable and permanent clay creations without the need for specialized kilns.

10 Things to Make Out of Clay 

=There are tons of possibilities of things you can make with clay! Unleash your creativity with a DIY project such as ottery like bowls and mugs to decorative sculptures, jewelry, planters, and unique home decor pieces. 

Here are some creative ideas:

Fine tune kids’ fine motor skills with a simple colorful, coiled rainbow snake pots. 

Design your own unique jewelry pieces such as polymer clay earrings, pendants, bracelets using clay. Experiment with different shapes, colors (like this rainbow necklace) and textures.

Make a trinket dish to store cute necklaces, bracelets and earrings. This DIY Tray also makes for fun gifts made with air-drying clay. Ring dishes make the perfect gift. 

This DIY Bottle Vase is a creative project for your home. Take upcycling one of those old glass bottles and turn it into an elegant vase. This decorative piece is perfect if you’re looking to make something that both adults AND teens can work on together!

Make a DIY Clay Wall Hanger for Air Plants using sculpey clay. Customize your mini clay pots with vibrant colors and unique shapes to complement your plant collection.

Check out this simple craft from A Beautiful Mess to make Clay Knobs in different sizes.

Learn How to Make a Clay Pot from Red Ted Art.

Set the mood with this easy step by step tutorial on how to make handmade clay candle holders. Experiment with textures and designs to create unique pieces that add ambiance to any space.

Turn your fridge into a canvas with personalized clay magnets. Shape them into fun symbols, initials, or miniature sculptures like clay alphabet magnets or fruit magnets for a touch of creativity in your kitchen.

Tips for Making Stuff Out of Clay:

• Keep your hands and tools slightly damp to prevent the clay from sticking.
• Experiment with textures and patterns to add depth to your creations.
• Don’t rush – let your clay projects dry thoroughly before painting or sealing.
• Both air drying clay and polymer clay projects can both be painted with different colors using acrylic paint.
• To ensure your clay creations last longer, seal your finished projects with a clear varnish or glaze to protect them from wear and tear.

Craft Supplies Needed to Work with Clay:

There’s no need for a lot of expensive equipment, these versatile craft materials can be found right in your own kitchen or a local craft store. 

• Rolling Pin
• Parchment paper
• aluminum foil
• cookie cutters
• Different types of clay tools

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